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Caden

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Pronounced KAY-dən /ˈkeɪ.dən/High

Meaning: From the Irish surname Caden/Mac Cadáin — possibly 'a fighter, a battle', or 'a companion'; predominantly a boys' name; here for girls; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A fighter; a companion: Caden ties to an Irish surname — 'a fighter' (or 'a companion'). Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls).
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Origin LowIrish, American
MeaningFrom the Irish surname Caden/Mac Cadáin — possibly 'a fighter, a battle', or 'a companion'; predominantly a boys' name; here for girls; routes layered
U.S. rank (2024)#5812 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births21 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2006
Total births (all-time)≈ 937

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200619932024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Caden comes from the Irish surname Mac Cadáin, 'son of Cadán' (possibly linked to 'a battle, a fighter', or read as 'a companion'; routes layered, which we note). A crisp, modern name, the seed of the huge -aden trend (Jayden, Brayden); predominantly a boys' name, here covered for girls honestly (slug distinguished; said 'KAY-dən').

It registers thinly for girls. Rare for girls, a-fighter-or-companion at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Caden comes from an Irish surname, possibly 'a fighter, a battle' or 'a companion' — predominantly a boys' name, occasionally given to girls (which we flag; the routes are layered; said 'KAY-dən').
Overall data confidence 50%
Behind the Name — Caden — routes layered

Variations

CaidenKadenCayden

Nicknames

Cade

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If you like Caden…

Kaden— a fellow spelling
Cayden— a companion spelling
Jaden— a kin -aden name
Aiden— another -aden name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Caden mean?

Caden ties to an Irish surname, possibly 'a fighter, a battle' or 'a companion'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Caden?

It's said KAY-dən /ˈkeɪ.dən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Caden a boy or girl name?

Caden is predominantly a boys' name; this page covers its use for girls.

How popular is Caden?

Caden is rare for girls in the U.S.

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